Central Park North Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Columbia University
Enjoy the student vibe around Columbia University, a top university in New York. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Apollo Theater
Few other places in the world get as much credit for creating and nurturing American music genres as does this famous theater.
Museum of the City of New York
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Museum of the City of New York in New York. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Cathedral of St. John the Divine
Admire the remarkable architecture, beautiful music and spiritual ambiance of this historic landmark just north of Central Park.
Morningside Park
After visiting Morningside Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in New York. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Conservatory Garden
Three distinct styles create three gem-like, peaceful gardens in Central Park’s only formally landscaped area, a favorite spot to visit year round.
Activities
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets
Top of the Rock Observation Deck
New York Explorer Pass: Visit 2-10 Attractions and Save Up to 50 Percent
NYC: Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) Entry Ticket
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options
Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards
Our pick of the best Central Park North Hotel Deals
Hyatt Grand Central New York
Clean, comfortable and very quiet. Room temp perfect. Check in and out smooth.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Great location but too old needs some update
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
Quiet and cozy. Staff were all helpful
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel
Very fun and happening hotel.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Hampton Inn New York Times Square
We were there for 5 days. We’re told they’d clean every other day. They never cleaned our room. I paid extra for CITY VIEW!!! Our view was of another building. No city view!!! They were under construction that wasn’t told to us before hand.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Pod Times Square
Clean room, good service
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Central Park North
Upper West Side
Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Upper West Side. Check out top attractions like Children's Museum of Manhattan and Beacon Theater, and jump on the metro at 86 St. Station (Broadway) or 79 St. Station to see more of the city.
Manhattan
Known for its fascinating museums, important monuments and soaring skyscrapers, there's plenty to explore in Manhattan. Top attractions like Rockefeller Center and Times Square are major draws. Catch the metro at 81 St. - Museum of Natural History Station or 86 St. Station (Central Park West) to see more of the city.
Uptown
While you're in Uptown, take in top sights like Metropolitan Museum of Art or Cleopatra's Needle, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 81 St. - Museum of Natural History Station or 77 St. Station (Lexington Av.).
Upper East Side
Known for its interesting museums and stunning river views, there's plenty to explore in Upper East Side. Top attractions like 5th Avenue and Frick Collection are major draws, and you can catch the metro at 77 St. Station (Lexington Av.) or 72nd Street Station to see more of the city.
Lenox Hill
If you're spending time in Lenox Hill, check out sights like 5th Avenue or Madison Avenue and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 72nd Street Station or 68 St. - Hunter College Station.
Midtown East
Gourmet restaurants great entertainment and top sights from Grand Central Terminal to 5th Avenue – discover Midtown East, a destination also famous for its shopping.
